As each family who enters our shelter is unique, so too is the role of an apartment sponsor. As a small agency, we can tailor the apartment sponsor program to meet the needs of both the family and the sponsor. The following shows some examples of what the Apartment Sponsorship program looks like:

• Painting, cleaning and refurbishing the apartment before each new family moves in.
• Stock the apartment with relevant household items such as kitchen items, gently used or new furniture, bedding, and food items.
• Facilitate small repairs needed in the apartment
• Sponsor the family members for birthdays and holidays.
• Assist with small financial needs for the family such as occasional grocery or gas gift cards or a specifically requested item that is out of financial reach for the family.

Aside from the above options, there are also groups that choose to financially support an apartment and the costs that the shelter incurs to maintain it which would take the place of hands-on work in the apartment or with the family. To discuss this type of sponsorship and for any other questions regarding apartment sponsorship, please contact the Executive Director, Colleen Smagala at (714) 774-8502 or by e-mail, aishalcyon@sbcglobal.net.